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NPD trend tracker: From discount fusion to 'healthy' treats

NPD trend tracker: From discount fusion to 'healthy' treats

By Katy Askew

This week's round-up of innovation from across Europe sees the opening of a meatless butcher and the launch of some unusual 'fusion' cuisine from discounter Aldi. Healthier options are also on display, with the introduction of 'better-for-you' biscuits...

Russian pig profitability drops

Russian pig profitability drops

By Vladislav Vorotnikov

Average profitability in the Russian pig industry has been falling over the past few years, resulting in some bankruptcies in the industry and scaring investors away from building new pig farms.

Progress made on ASF vaccine

Progress made on ASF vaccine

By Aidan Fortune

UK scientists have made progress in developing a vaccination for African Swine Fever (ASF).